COVID-19 Testing Locations | County of Monterey, CA

Testing is important to help reduce the spread of COVID-19. Click below to find a testing location near you:

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Your medical provider can also order a COVID-19 test for you. Some medical providers offer rapid COVID-19 testing in their offices. If not, your medical provider can write an order for testing that you can take to a laboratory. The laboratory will bill your insurance for the cost of the test. You may be responsible for a portion of the cost, depending on the type of insurance you have.

COVID-19 test kits are available for purchase at many pharmacies. Some insurances will cover reimburse you for the cost of the test kit. Check with your insurance company for details. Medi-Cal pays for 8 at home test kits per month through September 30, 2024.

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Available Testing Options

COVID-19 test kits are available

County residents can request COVID-19 test kits from local pharmacies at no cost for individuals on Medi-cal and with some private health insurance.
- County residents should check with their pharmacist and their health plan. After May 11, 2023, some plans may have a share of cost.

COVID-19 testing services are available

Testing services are widely available in medical provider offices and at commercial laboratories. Contact your regular medical provider for guidance on the best location for you to be tested.

COVID-19 evaluation and treatment services are available

For people who test positive and cannot connect with a healthcare provider within 24 hours of their positive test result, Sesame Care provides free telehealth evaluations and treatment to Californians 12 years of age and older.

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